HEADQUARTERS DEPARTHENT OF MINDANAO. 
IN REPLYING REFER TO NO 
Zamboanga, P. I., 
Before leaving the subject of animals,it is well to state that fe 
the former pages ojffinitted a statement of the fact that th dog(th 
usual howling cut of the type so well known all over the northern 
philippinesl and the well known Philippine kinky tailed cat are 
also domestic animals of this island. A mention of this facfr was ina* 
vertantly omitted before. 
The island has it's full share of insects. There are large red ants, 
small red ones,large black ones,small black ones,and white ones. Thee 
a total of four varieties of black ants, three of red ones, and one 
of white ones. Moths, ca/terpillars,beetles, and other bugs, some few 
flies,mosquitos etc. etc etc.,are on hatid. The large red ants are 
ferocious. A native will absolutely refuse tth climb a tree where 
they are to be found,and if attacked by them while up a tree,will 
at times take reckless chances to get down in a hurry. These large 
red ants will be sure to bite if they once get on a persons flesh, 
and will keep on biting until you actually brush them off. 
The island is believed to have no minerals. There are 
no mineral springs. No precious stones are to be found. Pearls of 
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great beauty are found in the neighboring waters. 
If these notes are considered of any value by you, will you please 
express your approval direct to Captain T.L.Sifaith, 17th Infantry, 
Siassi,P.I.who has shown great industry and ability in discribing the 
Island of Siassi. 
R Very Respectfully / 
